Planner/Scheduler

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The Planner/Scheduler 1, working under direct supervision, is responsible for assisting in setting up maintenance plans for new or moved surface equipment to minimize downtime, reduce the risk of equipment failures, and maximize efficiency. The role supports creation of maintenance schedules for technical services team, coordinates with the DSC and Production teams to synchronize activities and avoid maintenance downtime, and ensures the invoice aligns with the cost estimate and the job is closed. The role documents all maintenance activities in the system and prepares SAP PM notification and work orders for minor subsurface well maintenance limited to non-BOPE jobs. The role performs basic tasks around maintenance plan scheduling or maintenance with close supervision, focusing on developing foundational skills and awareness in safety practices or production operations.

* Assists in setting up maintenance plans (procedures and schedules) for new or moved surface equipment to minimize downtime, reduce the risk of equipment failures, and maximize efficiency while adhering to regulatory guidelines and industry best practices.
* Ensures the invoice aligns with the cost estimate and the job is closed by verifying accuracy of charges, comparing them against initial estimate, resolving any discrepancies, and updating records to reflect job completion.
* Supports creation of maintenance schedules for technical services team covering assets outlined in maintenance plans, including reviewing equipment performance data, and adjusting schedules as needed to optimize resource allocation and prioritize critical tasks.
* Prepares SAP PM notification and work orders for minor subsurface well maintenance limited to non-BOPE jobs (i.e. swab, slickline, plunger maintenance, hot oil/water, regulatory, routine testing, batch/chemical/scale jobs, long stroke/respace, cap string inspection, fluid levels, dynamometer).
* Coordinates with the DSC and Production teams to synchronize activities and avoid maintenance downtime, follows up on completion of jobs with the vendor, and ensures EHS compliance.
* Documents all maintenance activities in the system, including maintaining detailed work orders and maintenance history, capturing SOPs, maintenance manuals and guidelines, maintenance costs, equipment inspections and tests.
* Performs basic tasks around maintenance plan scheduling or maintenance with close supervision, focusing on developing foundational skills and awareness in safety practices or production operations.
* Receives training in fundamental areas such as preparing work orders, developing maintenance schedules to lay the groundwork for task execution.
* Prioritizes and organizes basic assignments under direct guidance, actively participating in the learning process.

Education:
* High School Diploma/General Education Diploma (GED)/Higher Secondary education and/or commensurate work experience is required. Associate's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration or any other related discipline is preferred.

Experience:
* 3+ years of relevant experience, preferably in E&P Operations specializing in areas such as Production, Completions/ Workover Processes, and Artificial Lift, Rod Pump, Gas Lift, and/or Plunger Lift Operations, Maintenance Planning, Scheduling, and Coordination, Project Management or a related field. Industry experience is preferred.

Certifications:
* Project Management Professional (PMP) (preferred)
Competencies:
* Oral & Written Communication
* Results Oriented
* Active Learning
* Digital Literacy
* Business Acumen

Skills:
* Maintenance Scheduling and Optimization
* SAP ERP System
* Maintenance Management Systems
* Resource Planning
* Equipment Maintenance
* Data Analysis & Reporting
* Invoice Review
* Recordkeeping

Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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